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Cheapest return flight
£89
Typical prices: £143-£187
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/10Wed 17/10
MAN - SOU • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£102
Typical prices: £143-£183
easyJet
Fri 21/12Fri 28/12
MAN - SOU • Direct
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Sheffield and Southampton. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Sheffield to Southampton

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sheffield to Southampton

Mon, 12 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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07:15 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
4h 35m1 stop Belfast Intl
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12:15 - 22:40SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
10h 25m1 stop Belfast Intl
£89Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec
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13:55 - 14:55MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 00mdirect
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15:30 - 16:30SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
1h 00mdirect
£102easyJet
Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
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06:35 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
5h 15m1 stop Belfast Intl
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12:35 - 23:05SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
10h 30m1 stop Belfast Intl
£106easyJet
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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07:10 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
4h 40m1 stop Belfast Intl
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12:25 - 08:00SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
19h 35m1 stop Belfast Intl
£107easyJet
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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07:10 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
4h 40m1 stop Belfast Intl
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12:25 - 08:00SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
19h 35m1 stop Belfast Intl
£109easyJet
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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13:40 - 19:30MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
5h 50m1 stop Dublin
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12:15 - 22:40SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
10h 25m1 stop Belfast Intl
£109Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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08:40 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
3h 10m1 stop Belfast Intl
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19:20 - 12:40SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
17h 20m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£110Multiple Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
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07:10 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
4h 40m1 stop Belfast Intl
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12:20 - 23:05SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
10h 45m1 stop Belfast Intl
£115easyJet
Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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19:25 - 08:45MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
13h 20m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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20:40 - 09:55SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
13h 15m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
£119Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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20:25 - 08:45MAN  Manchester-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
12h 20m1 stop Dublin
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13:25 - 14:25SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-MAN Manchester
1h 00mdirect
£119Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Sheffield to Southampton flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sheffield to Southampton with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sheffield to Southampton?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sheffield to Southampton and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sheffield to Southampton?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Sheffield to Southampton at £142 return.
  • October (£202) and December (£196) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Sheffield to Southampton flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£25
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sheffield to Southampton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sheffield to Southampton based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sheffield to Southampton flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What choice of airlines do I have when flying from Manchester to Southampton?

    Besides Eastern Airlines, which provides the majority of flights from Manchester to Southampton, you can also fly with Hahn Air or Aer Lingus. The latter makes one stop en route, changing planes at George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). You can also book with Ryanair and fly via Dublin, where you'll transfer to Eastern Airlines.

  • What are some options to get to and from the airports?

    You can catch a train directly from the city centre to the airport at Manchester Piccadilly Station. It's a ride of around 20min. Alternatively, you can catch a bus from Manchester Shudehill Exchange, which will get you to the airport in about 30min. Once you've landed at Southampton Airport, you can hop on a train to Southampton Central Station, which takes about 10min to get to the city centre, or a bus that takes around 35min to the Southampton Civic Centre.

  • Are some airlines on this route more carbon efficient than others?

    If you're concerned about your carbon footprint when you fly, Eastern Airways is the obvious choice. These flights make significant savings on carbon emissions, releasing over 60% less CO2 than the other airlines that fly this route. You'll find these flights in the early morning and late afternoon. Use the CO2 filter to locate them when you book through KAYAK.

  • What accessibility features are available at the airports?

    You'll find excellent limited-mobility amenities at Manchester Airport. Full assistance from arrival to boarding is available, as long as you notify the airport via your travel agent or airline at least 48h in advance. Passengers with hidden disabilities can arrange for a yellow lanyard to indicate to airport staff that they may require assistance. The same scenario exists at Southampton Airport. Its mobility assistance team will help you with anything you need upon landing, with prior arrangement.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Sheffield to Southampton?

    Only easyJet operates flights between Sheffield and Southampton.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sheffield to Southampton flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Loganair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sheffield to Southampton?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Sheffield to Southampton.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Sheffield to Southampton?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £156 return, compared with £175 via a stopover through Belfast Intl (BFS).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Sheffield to Southampton?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £36–£36 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sheffield to Southampton?

    The Embraer ERJ-145 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Loganair and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sheffield to Southampton pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sheffield to Southampton most commonly connect through:

    • Belfast Intl (BFS) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Belfast City (BHD) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Belfast Intl (BFS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sheffield to Southampton?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Sheffield to Southampton route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £150 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £185, a difference of £35. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Southampton?

    Some of the most popular sights in Southampton are Mayflower Theatre, Southampton Central Railway Station, and WestQuay Shopping Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Southampton on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sheffield to Southampton?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sheffield to Southampton:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:55 and lands at 12:55
    • Latest: departs at 13:55 and lands at 14:55.

    The flight takes about 1h 00m.

  • How long is a flight from Sheffield to Southampton?

    A direct flight from Sheffield to Southampton takes 1h 00m, covering 168 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sheffield to Southampton?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Sheffield to Southampton changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £89 to £599. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sheffield to Southampton looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sheffield to Southampton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £58, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sheffield to Southampton?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 45m, compared to 5h 49m via Dublin (DUB) and 8h 35m via Belfast City (BHD).

  • Which car hire options are available at Southampton Eastleigh Airport (SOU)?

    Southampton Eastleigh Airport (SOU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sheffield to Southampton flight?

    Return flights from Sheffield to Southampton range from £143 to £187, with an average of £157 over the past 12 months. Anything below £143 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sheffield to Southampton flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £150 – about £35 less than Tuesday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sheffield to Southampton trip for September. Fares historically average £142 return in that month – typically £60 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Southampton Eastleigh Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton
    - Premier Inn Southampton Airport
  • If you're travelling with your family, the kids can use the play area at Manchester Airport (MAN) to not get bored while waiting for your flight. The airport also has feeding rooms with microwaves, baby chairs and bottle warmers. Baby-changing rooms are available, too.
  • You can connect to Wi-Fi for free at Southampton Airport (SOU) if you want to order an Uber or let friends know that you've arrived. There's also a dedicated car hire centre comprising the major UK brands.
  • Besides the restaurants, cafes and bars in the departure terminal at Manchester Airport, you can also relax in the airport's Escape Lounge. For a few extra pounds, you can enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks and free Wi-Fi. Hot and cold meals are also available.
  • Southampton Airport serves the coastal resorts of southern England. From here, you can hire a car and drive to Brighton or visit the famous dockside town of Portsmouth. Bournemouth is also not far away, to the south-west.
  • If you don't want to wait for your flight in the terminal or lounge at Manchester Airport, you can take a short walk to the airport's Runway Visitor Park. You can relax in the coffee shop, browse through the Aviation Shop and see a variety of vintage aircraft, including an original Concorde.

More options for your flight from Sheffield to Southampton

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